Custom Fabrication Lead – Structural Welding & Fixture Engineering

Impact Solutions•Waukesha, WI

1d•$34•Onsite

About The Position

This is a unique, 95% hands-on floor leadership role designed for a self-motivated expert who thrives on solving mechanical puzzles and executing complex builds from scratch. Operating as a deeply respected, heavily certified market leader with over 40 years of rock-solid industry stability, this family-oriented manufacturer builds highly engineered components for critical sectors including aerospace, defense, energy, and heavy infrastructure. The organization offers an airtight foundation of long-term job security and a zero-politics shop culture. Rather than dealing with standard corporate bureaucracy, you will work directly with a supportive operations management team that actively invests in your personal and technical growth. The company provides an unparalleled suite of employee-centric perks, including a fully provisioned internal uniform program, a dedicated on-site wellness resource, educational advancement assistance, and a structured recognition program designed to celebrate your daily contributions.

Requirements

Proven fabrication background featuring 3+ years of verifiable experience in custom metal fabrication or structural welding; a related trade degree or certification is highly valued.
Industrial equipment mastery with a flawless track record of safely setting up, adjusting, and operating complex heavy forming and cutting machinery.
Advanced technical literacy, including the absolute ability to fluidly read blueprints and apply practical shop mathematics (fractions, decimals, and basic geometry).
Natural leadership mindset with the sophisticated communication skills required to train junior personnel and collaborate seamlessly with operations leadership.
Physical stamina and dependability, including the comfort to work efficiently in a non-climate-controlled environment, a strong safety-first work ethic, and excellent daily punctuality.
Must meet ITAR Requirements (US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident).

Responsibilities

Fabricate and modify specialized components, heavy structural fixtures, and high-value custom production assemblies completely from the ground up.
Operate a comprehensive suite of machinery including industrial press brakes, heavy shears, plasma cutters, and multi-process manual and automated welding equipment.
Command specialty equipment maintenance, diagnosing structural wear, repairing complex tooling, and designing custom internal shop fixturing to optimize workflow.
Execute precision material lining and refractory tasks, including the meticulous mixing, pouring, and forming of specialized compounds during system rebuilds.
Drive shopfloor execution by spending 95% of your shift actively crafting parts, with 5% dedicated to organizing team workflows and reviewing project schedules.
Provide elite technical mentorship and proactive safety guidance to fabrication assistants, ensuring an efficient, zero-defect production footprint.